1995 Audi TT vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Audi TT. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi TT. (210 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi TT. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1995 Audi TT has manual transmission. 1995 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi TT | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | TT | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
